Be warned: ATM card transactions are being watched, say experts

March 13, 2008

ABC News: Every time you swipe your credit card, take cash out of an ATM or transfer money into your bank account, a sophisticated network of computers is…

Salvation Army throws support behind proposed ATM ban in Australia gaming venues

March 13, 2008

Australian Broadcasting Corp. (ABC) News:  The Salvation Army is calling on the New South Wales Government to follow Victoria's lead and ban ATMs from gaming…

Kontanten AB opens first three ATMs in Finland

March 13, 2008

STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Kontanten is opening its first three ATMs in Finland today, in partnership with Rautakirja, Finland's largest chain of convenience stores.

ATMs to be banned at slot machine venues in Victoria, Australia

March 12, 2008

The (Australian) Herald Sun: Automatic teller machines will be banned in slot machine venues in Victoria, Australia, beginning in 2012 in a war on problem…

Security system matches card purchase to cell phone location

March 12, 2008

ePaynews: Secure Identity Systems (SIS) is planning to offer U.S card issuers cell phone location technology as an extra tool to combat ATM and POS fraud.

Banks relying more on fees for income

March 12, 2008

The (South Carolina) State: Add this to the list of things getting more expensive: penalties banks charge you for breaking their rules. Charges like overdraft…

ATM security in Asia moves to veins

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Vein-pattern recognition finds success at ATMs in Japan.

Pay By Touch auctions off ATM Direct, BioPay Paycheck Secure

March 10, 2008

Digital Transactions: Bankrupt Solidus Networks Inc. has sold two of the three major subsidiaries, and next in line is Solidus' core biometrics-payment…

Vegas poker spree leads to arrests in ATM scam

March 5, 2008

The (Glasgow, Scotland) Daily Record: Two poker aces who stole £150,000 (U.S. $301,000) from ATMs to fund a Las Vegas gambling spree have been busted and are…

REPORT: Trusted Security releases ATM key management update

March 3, 2008

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Trusted Security Solutions Inc., provider of secure ATM key management solutions, has announced the release of its first annual ATM Key…

Select-A-Branch garners attention for unique ATM branding, distribution approach

March 3, 2008

Bank Systems & Technology: Banks can deploy in-store or stand-alone ATMs, and they can choose from an array of ATM options, including basic cash dispense…

Companion Systems launches recycling program for ATM signage

February 27, 2008

SALT LAKE CITY — Companion Systems Design and Manufacturing says it has launched the industry's first comprehensive recycling program for ATM signage. …

Rash of ATM-skimming attacks hits Irish banks

February 27, 2008

Independent.ie: Hundreds of thousands in euros have been stolen from bank accounts of unsuspecting customers in Ireland over the past two weeks. The scam has…

Advanced functions and the future

by Tracy Kitten — Editor, AMC

Leaders and vendors talk shop at ATMIA Conference 2008.

GRG Banking signs with Paragon for ATM software

February 26, 2008

HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C. — Paragon Application Systems, provider of electronic-payment simulation, configuration and testing software, has signed with China-based…

New ISO standard released for biometric authentication of financial transactions

February 26, 2008

GENEVA, Switzerland — The International Organization for Standardization, which sets standards for business, government and society, has published a new…

Armored car driver gets probation for ATM thefts

February 25, 2008

(Waterloo, Iowa) WFC Courier: A former armored-car driver got probation for allegedly taking money while filling ATMs. The 60-year-old driver pleaded to…

Canadian fraudsters hit Aussies at ATM

February 25, 2008

News.com.au: Canadian fraudsters ripped off National Australia Bank customers who used an ATM in one of Sydney's busiest shopping districts last year. So far…

REPORT: ATM upgrades lead to security risks

February 24, 2008

Vnunet.com: Banks and financial institutions are leaving customers' personal details vulnerable to hackers by failing properly to secure their ATMs, according…

ATMIA: Spirit of rejuvenation abounds at New Orleans ATM show

by Tracy Kitten — Editor, AMC

February 21, 2008

NEW ORLEANS — Yesterday, attendees talked about "energy" and "buzz," saying that this spring's ATM Industry Association conference seemed to reflect a sense of…